Friday, Sept. 29

This traveling exhibit, created by the Old Capitol Museum at the University of Iowa, highlights the history of Germans in Iowa, discussing immigration, communities and politics. Yet the exhibit isn't only about the past; it uses the experience of Germans in Iowa to investigate pro- and anti-immigration sentiment, bilingualism and multiculturalism during times of national emergency.

Chapel: Rev. Bob Bouwer '84 10:05 a.m. | Christ Chapel

Everyone's invited to the Celebration Banquet (previously known as the Legacy Banquet) as we celebrate donors, students and a brand new way to spread red. Enjoy food and fellowship with each other and students, as well as musical and dramatic entertainment. Donors previously notified will receive complimentary tickets at the door. All others are welcome to attend at a cost of $15 each. Reserve your tickets by Sept. 22 by contacting Aletha Beeson: events@nwciowa.edu.

Saturday, Sept. 30

This traveling exhibit, created by the Old Capitol Museum at the University of Iowa, highlights the history of Germans in Iowa, discussing immigration, communities and politics. Yet the exhibit isn't only about the past; it uses the experience of Germans in Iowa to investigate pro- and anti-immigration sentiment, bilingualism and multiculturalism during times of national emergency.

Reception with Retired Faculty and Staff 10:30 a.m. | Ramaker Center

Family and friends of Red Raider Hall of Fame inductees are invited to celebrate their honor. Tickets are $10 per person. Contact Kara Smit, athletic department administrative assistant, to make reservations.

All alumni, parents and campus visitors are invited to a catered tailgate picnic before the Raider football game. Space under the tailgate tent will be designated for alumni from the classes of 1967, 1977, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2007, 2012 and 2017.

Raider Football vs. Morningside 1:30 p.m. | Korver Field

Parents can get into the football game for free by showing your student's ID at the pass gate, which is on the southwest corner of DeValois Stadium. NWC Distinguished Alumni Award winners will be recognized at halftime.

Distinguished Alumni Banquet 5:30 p.m. | Vermeer Dining Room

Guests are invited to celebrate Northwestern's three 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients, who will be honored for their professional achievement, service to humankind and service to Northwestern College. Contact Aletha Beeson, events@nwciowa.edu, for ticket information.

Enjoy the sounds of the A cappella Choir, Symphonic Band, Orchestra, Heritage Singers, Women's Choir and student soloists, followed by a reception for the parents of students involved in music at Northwestern.